Powered Parachute Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-29)

Powered Parachute Flying Handbook (FAA-H-8083-29)

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As far back as the twelfth century, people have loved to parachute. From China’s umbrella and Leonardo da Vinci’s pyramid-shaped flying device to the first air-plane jump in 1912, the urge to leap and soar with the wind has long been a part of history. Parachuting has come a long way since its earliest days due to the advancement of technology, and, now, more people then ever are taking up this in-credible sport. With <I>Powered Parachute Flying Handbook</I>, you will learn what powered parachuting means today, the aerodynamics of flight, what types of engines are used in power parachuting, preflight checklists, basic flight maneuvers, and so much more. <BR><BR> Whether you are training for a powered parachute category rating test or are currently a certified power parachute pilot looking to expand your knowledge, <I>Powered Parachute Flying Handbook</I> is the book you need to make your flying ambitions a reality.